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How to layer for the winter cold

Clever layering is the secret behind staying both warm and stylish in the cold season.

14 November 2017.

THE COAT
Start with your everyday coat. Look for a soft and comfy coat that you can wear from early autumn through cold winter. Choose wisely when it comes to both fabric and fit. A cashmere coat lets you breathe and keeps the warmth in too. Opt for an unlined and loose-fitting style – it will allow you to wear several layers underneath.

THE MERINO KNIT
The first layer is the most important one. Choose a thin, finely knitted top in merino wool to wear closest to your skin. It makes a great first layer that breathes and will keep you warm. It's also a stylish top that can be worn on its own, or under a blazer at the office.

THE CASHMERE KNIT
The second layer is also about fabric – choose a turtleneck (or crewneck if you prefer) in the softest cashmere. It's a luxurious and warm fabric that will keep you looking stylish, but also gives you that warm and cosy feeling.

THE DOWN JACKET
The third layer is a thin and lightweight down jacket. Perfect for squeezing into its small pouch and keeping in your bag whenever you don’t need it. It also gives you some wind resistance – yet can still ‘disappear’ easily under your coat.

THE SCARF
For a final warming touch, invest in a heavy, knitted scarf. It will protect your neck – where the cold tends to sneak in – and it also covers some of the down jacket, making sure you stay stylish. Add a beanie and a pair of mittens and you’re ready to take on winter.

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